Managing a successful architectural practice requires more than simply having clients. Success will depend on your recognition that a successful architectural practice requires all of the same skills that any business of a similar size would require. While you will be able to develop many of these skills some aspects of success will depend on the contribution of other professionals such as accountants and lawyers.
Guides and advice on the day-to-day running of a successful architecture practice, from business resources to legal and ethical guides
Guides and advice on the day-to-day running of a successful architecture practice, from business resources to legal and ethical guides
A database of over 175 peer-reviewed design notes covering aspects of sustainability in the built environment for architects and allied professionals.
This note was reviewed and approved for currency by the author in December 2018.
Thermal mass can be effectively employed in buildings to increase occupants' thermal comfort conditions. This paper seeks to clarify the ways in which this can be achieved and specifically investigates how, why, where, when and in what way thermal mass will have the most beneficial impact.